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Scenario: A 58-year-old obese white male presents to ED with chief complaint of fever, chills, pain, and swelling in the right great toe. He states the symptoms came on very suddenly and he cannot put any weight on his foot. Physical exam reveals exquisite pain on any attempt to assess the right first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint. Past medical history positive for hypertension and Type II diabetes mellitus. Current medications include hydrochlorothiazide 50 mg po q am, and metformin 500 mg po bid. CBC normal except for elevated sedimentation rate (ESR) of 33 mm/hr and C-reactive protein (CRP) 24 mg/L. Metabolic panel normal. Uric acid level 7.2 mg/dl.
Develop a 1- to 2-page case study analysis, examining the patient symptoms presented in the case study. Be sure to address the following:
Explain both the neurological and musculoskeletal pathophysiologic processes of why the patient presents these symptoms.
Explain how the highlighted processes interact to affect the patient.
Explain any racial/ethnic variables that may impact physiological functioning.
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Paragraphs make clear points that support well-developed ideas, flow logically, and demonstrate continuity of ideas. Sentences are carefully focused—neither long and rambling nor short and lacking substance. A clear and comprehensive purpose statement and introduction are provided that delineate all required criteria.
Written Expression and Formatting - English Writing Standards: Correct grammar, mechanics, and proper punctuation
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Case Study Analysis – Outline
I. Neurological and Musculoskeletal Pathophysiologic Processes
A. The 58-year-old white man not only does he suffer from obesity but also has other
symptoms including pain, chills, fever, and swelling in the right great toe.
B. The symptoms are an indication of musculoskeletal system inflammation in the
man’s toe.
C. Besides that, the prevalence of pain when the man puts weight on his foot is a
sign that one of his body’s tissues has been impaired, especially muscle tissues.
D. The scenario outlines that the patient has a medical past of type II diabetes and
hypertension.
E. These chronic diseases could also have contributed to the inflammation of his
musculoskeletal system resulting in the outlined symptoms.
II. Impact of the Processes Interaction on the Patient
A. As per the scenario, despite being elderly, the man is obese and has a past medical
history of chronic diseases.
B. Obesity is primarily associated with an individual becoming overweight.
C. Being overweight is a major concern for patients with neurological and
musculoskeletal disorders.
D. However, through significant lifestyle changes, the condition can be mitigated.
E. Even if physical activity can help mitigate the risk of suffering the condition, the
patient needs to observe how he performs those exercises.
F. If the patient cannot take action to reduce weight, he runs the risk of impairing his
nerves and musculoskeletal muscles and he may develop other illnesses besides
hypertension and type II diabetes.
III. Racial/Ethnic Variables that may Influence the Physiological Functioning
A. Musculoskeletal and neurological conditions can affect any person regardless of
their race.
B. However, these conditions affect people from different races differently based on
various factors such as muscle strength, lean mass, and physical activity.
C. Blacks and Hispanic people have higher chances to experience musculoskeletal
and neurological disorders compared to Whites.
D. Another ethnic variable that may influence the physiological functioning of both
Blacks and Whites is the way of life.
E. Lack of physical activity and consumption of junk foods increases the cases of
obesity and chronic illnesses.
F. Regardless of race, individuals with h...